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Shivela Middle

Murrieta Valley Unified · Riverside County · 24515 Lincoln Avenue, Murrieta, CA 92562-5807

(951) 696-1406 · www.murrieta.k12.ca.us/shivela

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8/10
#355
Rank 355 out of 1,315
Top 27%
English Language Arts7/10 · #399 · 70th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #368 · 72nd percentile
Science8/10 · #289 · 78th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Shivela Middle sits in the heart of Murrieta, one of the Inland Empire's fastest-growing communities where newer master-planned neighborhoods meet a strong sense of suburban pride. The school holds its own academically — particularly in science — making it a solid choice for families who want a well-rounded middle school experience without the pressure of a hyper-competitive environment. Murrieta's safe, family-friendly feel and proximity to both the mountains and San Diego make it a genuinely appealing place to plant roots, and Shivela reflects that community-minded spirit.

Student Demographics

1,175 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
552 (47%)
White
310 (26%)
Multiple Races
103 (9%)
African American
73 (6%)
Asian
56 (5%)
Filipino
47 (4%)
Other
34 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners152 (13%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged788 (67%)
Students with Disabilities222 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,282
Enrollment
45.5
Teachers (FTE)
28.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
19
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs5/10 · #733 · 47th percentile

87 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found